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May 18: Cranston Spring Festival will be held at Mulligan’s Island from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The third annual event is presented by the Cranston Police and will have family fun activities. … more
DISORDERLY CONDUCT On May 11 at 7:33 p.m., officers arrested Daniel Pennine, 35, of 34 Hawthorne Ave. Cranston, for Disorderly Conduct. The arrest was the result of a walk-in complaint from an … more
Grade 8 High Honors Luy, Cedric V., Matta, Natalia L. Olivo, Jayson M., Pallanan, Mikaela A., Som, Julia , Tamup Noriega, Carlitos I. Grade 8 Honors Alvarado, Elianah S., Arango … more
As Rhode Island legislators prepare to once again consider a bill to reform payday loan practices in the state, advocates in favor of stricter regulations on short-term lending staged a protest … more
Here’s looking at you, Betty. The United States Postal Service (USPS) recently released a new stamp honoring the late Betty White, an actress and animal activist known for her comedic … more
Grade 8  H IGH Honors Esme R. Appel, Aalyana L. Aybar-Conelly, Rowan F. Braga, Abigail R. Dumont, Finley F. Edwards-Orr, Henrietta F. Edwards-Orr, Ava Eliminowicz, Gisele J. Fabie, Julia C. … more
About 90 lifeguards have already been hired to work at Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) beaches ahead of the summer 2025 season. But more are still needed. … more
The Cranston Rotary Club concluded its annual Share the Love food drive this past week. gathering donations of food from elementary schools across the city to donate to local pantries. Titled … more
East, West recognize student achievement May is always a busy time for Cranston schools as the academic year ends with ceremonies, graduations and events celebrating student achievements.   … more
Mothers and community members alike flocked to the Cranston Senior Center to celebrate a special Mother’s Day with a full lunch and gifts to go with the occasion. Sky Marcos, Programs Director … more
Lifelong newspaper man and Warwick Beacon editor (and former publisher) John Howell has always been all about getting the story right.  Well, on Saturday, he was the right story, joining eight … more
Kara Meneses of Cranston lost her mother Kathleen Reddy to cancer in 2022. Since then, Mother’s Day hasn’t been one for celebration. But, this year, that changed when she decided to … more
The Warwick Rotary Club planted a lot of good will Thursday although by the time it is harvested, people will never know the club had a hand in it. As a community service project organized by … more
Get ready for some drama in the Ocean State — Bravo’s “Real Housewives” franchise is coming to Rhode Island. The network  announced  the latest iteration of the … more
With the summer heat fast approaching, outdoor activities are finally making a return, including outdoor farmer markets.   Beginning on Sunday, May 18, Garden City will host its first … more
President Ronald Reagan once said that “there is nothing better for the inside of a man than the outside of a horse.” Steven Feinberg, the executive director of the Rhode Island Film … more
Is a Rhode Island bottle bill in the cards this year? Warwick State Senator Mark McKenney, who introduced the legislation in the Senate, wouldn’t have placed odds on it a month ago. But … more
Are you looking for a fun-loving, active boy who will steal your heart? Well, here you go, meet BamBam! This young, handsome fellow loves to play fetch and brings smiles to everyone's face wherever … more
The Cranston West golf team is in the midst of a breakout spring season as it topped East Greenwich on Monday to improve to 8-0-1 overall. With the win, the Falcons have the inside track toward their … more
Cranston East Little League opened its season and celebrated Opening Day last Saturday at Carberry Field in Cranston. The league held its annual parade to the field and welcomed players, families and … more
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